Write Right

Written and compiled by award-winning novelist Mary Deal, Write It Right: Tips for Authors is a major source of information for breathing life into your prose. Learn how to polish your writing with tips and examples, and make your prose leap off the page. These thorough and often humorous tips were written in response to author queries for articles that explain various problematic aspects, including grammar and punctuation, narration, character development and dialogue, preparing your manuscript for submission, and your public image.

If you dream of writing a novel but don't know how to get started, let me take you step by step through my novel-writing guide for beginners. Learn how to turn your big ideas into a full-length story, how to outline and structure your novel, how to develop characters so they'll walk off the page, and how to polish, publish, and promote your work—and more. It won't be long until you're ready to share your novel with the world!

First published in 1909, this compact yet powerful manual exposes the most common blunders of language and style, offering Bierce’s signature blend of precision, humor, and biting critique. From misused words and illogical phrases to lazy constructions and pompous diction, Bierce spares no one in his mission to defend the integrity of English prose.

Every language has its own complex system of idioms, metaphors and other bits of figurative language that perplex non-native speakers. However, no language has more idioms than British English. Idioms are words, phrases or expressions that cannot be taken literally. In other words, when used in everyday language, they have a meaning other than the basic one you would find in the dictionary. Best Of British Idioms explores 250 classic British English idioms, and where possible, provides a historically accurate explanation for their existence. These idioms are not only fun to learn, but will ...

Write Songs Right Now is a hands-on, step-by-step guide to creating original pop songs - an approach that been road-tested by thousands of Alex's students and coaching clients in New York City, some of whom have gone on to achieve great success. With insight, enthusiasm, and humor, Alex guides listeners through the process of brainstorming for ideas, crafting effective lyrics, and putting those lyrics to music.

Daphne McFadden already knows that as a female author, the cards are stacked against her. Now she knows just how much. Because her sudden whim to pose as an “outdoorsy hunk of masculinity” male author for her new book just resulted in the unthinkable: a bidding war, a huge book deal, and the kind of fame every author dreams of. Now she’s in big trouble. Because she needs to convince the world that Zane Remington actually exists...but how? By hiring an actor, of course.

Four months of wallowing in embarrassed depression should be enough. I’m beginning to realize that no one is who they seem to be, and my life story might be spinning out of my control. It’s time to take a shower, put on a bra, and wear something other than sweatpants. Difficult, but doable. With my friends - real and imaginary - by my side, I need to edit my life before the elusive darkness comes for all of us.

A 6-Week Artist’s Way Program Julia Cameron has been teaching the world about creativity since her seminal book, The Artist’s Way, first broke open the conversation around art. Now, in Write for Life, she turns to one of the subjects closest to her heart: the art and practice of writing...

DO YOU HAVE A GREAT IDEA FOR A STORY— But NO CLUE How to Turn It Into a Novel? START YOUR STORY RIGHT takes your raw story concept from a vague idea to something ready to develop into a novel just the way established writers do. With seven easy questions and a bit of additional knowledge, you'll learn how to delve into your story idea to find its essence—so you can use that essence as you write your novel. You'll understand how to identify protagonists, antagonists, define the conflict, and even establish your story's theme. And you'll do all this with seven straightforward questions. ...

"Write Place, Right Time” follows the pre-apocalyptic misadventures of freelance journalist Don Lamplighter. While on what he expects to be a routine Monday night trip to a village board meeting, Lamplighter’s good nature compels him to help a stranded vehicle. Little does he know that by saving one of the car’s occupants, he sets forth a chain of what to him seem to be unrelated events where his must use his physical and social skills to save himself and others from precarious situations. Once Lamplighter connects the events he, and therefore the reader, learn about a secret society ...

Over the course of the past twenty-five years, Julia Cameron has taught thousands of artists and aspiring artists how to unblock wellsprings of creativity. And time and again she has noticed an interesting thing: Often when her students uncover their creative selves they also undergo a surprising physical transformation - invigorated by their work, they slim down. In The Writing Diet, Cameron illuminates the relationship between creativity and eating to reveal a crucial equation: Creativity can block overeating.

In almost any career, you must know how to write - even if it's not part of your job description. But if you are a reluctant writer, producing even the simplest memo may be a struggle. Write Better Right Now is the springboard to get you ahead in any job, passion project, or situation that requires writing skills. No matter what you are called upon to do - blog posts, speeches, web content, press releases, or more - this step-by-step manual gives you the solid techniques you need to get the task done.

If you want to put your life story down in words, where do you start? Exactly what story are you hoping to tell? How are you going to fill hundreds of pages? How do you plan it out? Memoirist, blogger, and writing teacher Kim Brittingham shares her insight into getting started with your writing and crafting your memoir. Starting with the basic questions every writer should ask themselves, such as why do you want to write a memoir; what story do you want to tell; what form should your story take; who is the audience; and most importantly, why does anyone care?

How do I write a book? How to write a novel? These are the questions of any aspiring writer. Everybody has a story. It builds up inside us, fighting at the edges of our soul, pushing at us until it forces us to open an outlet and let it escape. So, what do we do? How do we tell the story? Write Well Publish Right is designed to bring story-tellers from the first glimmer of an idea into completion of a full-fledged print book. This is not a “how-to” book, this is an “I did it and you can do it too” book. For all the writers who have ever attended writer’s workshops, community ...

With the darkness on the horizon, I need to clear my name and get to work. Forming a Goodness Army is on the top of the list. Shockingly, my army consists of my wacky-tabacky-smoking aunt, my high school counselor who can shift into a house cat, the town gossip who turns invisible after downing five beers, and a few fabulous others with nefarious talents. And of course, a cast of fictional characters...who I created and definitely have an opinion on how I should proceed.

Recent changes in the book industry have afforded new authors the opportunity to self-publish with relative ease. Yet, for newcomers to the industry, publishing a book is still a daunting task. Write It Right: The Guide to Self-Publishing Your Best Book provides both aspiring and seasoned authors with a road map to success. The following questions are answered in the book: * What are ten great reasons to self-publish? * What are ten of the greatest challenges to self-publishing? * What is the primary reason you are writing your book? * How do you determine your book’s topic or subject ...

One of the biggest mistakes made by aspiring writers is writing the wrong book for the wrong market! This single most important step is often overlooked by writers who are so focused on the craft of writing. With so many books on publishing, authors forget to start on the right path. Avoid wasting hours, months and years lamenting over a book and wondering if it will sell. Instead, get focused on who you are writing for and why. If you write for everyone, you are actually writing for no one; as your book will not resonate with anyone specific. If you’re looking for a how to book on ...

Want to kick your writer’s block and write a book for your coaching practice? One minute you’re inspired to write a book of your magical coaching techniques, and then the next you’re defeated by the blank page! You sit down to write everything that has helped your growing pool of clients but then are suddenly flooded with anxiety, confusion, and overwhelm. You think, “will I ever get this book done?” Imagine if you could just sit down to write your transformational book with ease! In The End of Writer’s Block, Ramses Rodriguez, author success coach for The Author Incubator, ...

Unlock the secrets to writing your dream novel! Packed with actionable advice, creative techniques, and uplifting insights, award-winning fiction author Anna Katmore offers a concise and inspiring guide for ambitious writers. Discover how to create characters that live on in readers’ hearts, write dialogue that speaks volumes, and build plots that keep pages turning late into the night. Are you ready to craft stories that leave a lasting impact? It’s time to turn your dreams into reality—one page at a time. Anna Katmore is the author of beloved novels like Play with Me, the Neverland ...

Have you ever wanted to tell your life story, but didn't know where to begin? Memoir Mastery is the answer. This comprehensive guide will take you through every step of the writing process, from brainstorming and outlining to publishing and promoting your memoir if you wish. But Memoir Mastery isn't just a book – it's a community. With free access to exclusive video content and writing resources, you'll have everything you need to succeed as a memoirist. In Memoir Mastery, you'll discover: The importance of finding your unique voice and central theme Tips for crafting memorable characters...